Become A CASA
As trained advocates, CASA volunteers are appointed by Judges to be a voice for abused and neglected children in court.
The result is they are placed into safe, loving homes where they can thrive.

CASA volunteers are ordinary people who are committed to doing what is best for a child. As a CASA volunteer, you will
be able to work with confidence. All our volunteers are thoroughly trained in courtroom procedure, social services, the
Juvenile Justice system, and the special needs of abused and neglected children. We welcome volunteers from all cultures,
professions, and ethnic and educational backgrounds. We have a particular need for men and people of color.

2008 Volunteer Orientations are currently scheduled for the first Wednesday of every month, noon to 1 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 7 p.
m.:
  • April 2, 2008
  • May 7, 2008
  • June 4, 2008
  • July 2, 2008
  • August 6, 2008
  • September 3, 2008
  • October 1, 2008
  • November 5, 2008
  • December 3, 2008

All the above orientations will be held at 600 Union Ave.,Suite 204, Fairfield, CA at noon and 6 p.m.

The next volunteer training is scheduled to begin in April 2008.

Please call or write for more information:

Phone (707) 421-2272
Fax (707) 434-0244

Location of Orientation:
CASA of Solano County
600 Union Ave., Suite 204
Fairfield, California 94533

Directions:

Traveling from Sacramento
Hwy 80 East
Right on Texas Street
Right on Union Avenue

Traveling from San Francisco
Hwy 80 West
Right on Texas Street
Right on Union Avenue

Parking on the street or two hour parking available in the garage on the 1st level.
Become A CASA
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Become A Friend Of CASA
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Volunteer Training Schedule—Spring 2008

(Subject to change without notice)

Training Time 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Training Location:
UC Davis Extension
600 Texas Street
Fairfield CA 94533

April 2        Chapter 1

April 3        Chapter 2 Guest Speaker

April 9        Chapter 2 Guest Speaker

April 10      Chapter 3 & 4

April 16      Chapter 5       
                CASA OFFICE 600 Union Avenue Suite 204

April 17      Chapter 6

April 23      Chapter 7

April 24      Chapter 8

May 1        Chapter 9

May 7        Chapter 10

June 2-6     Swearing-In Ceremony

Chapter 1    Defining the CASA Volunteer

Chapter 2    The County Child Welfare Services
                 System & Juvenile Dependency Court Process

Chapter 3    The Challenges and Opportunities of Difference

Chapter 4    The Needs and Development of Children & Youth

Chapter 5    Understanding Families

Chapter 6    Core Responsibilities For Effective CASA Advocacy

Chapter 7    Youth Centered Advocacy

Chapter 8    Rights Based Advocacy

Chapter 9    Building Strength, Building Family

Chapter 10  Putting Theory into Practice

Volunteer Training Coordinator:
Denise McBride 707.580.8368
Dmcbride@casasolano.org

Save the dates:
Final Interviews—May 27 to May 30


Mission Statement
CASA of Solano County advocates for abused, neglected, and other identified children
within the court system, with the belief that every child is entitled a safe and staple home.